World War II Imperial Japanese Naval Arsenal Shipyard Skill Medal

Step into history with this World War II era Japanese medal, a testament to excellence in craftsmanship. The face of the medal features a symbol associated with Manchuria, then under Japanese administration, and a helm wheel, indicating a prestigious Technology Award. The reverse is engraved with'Hitachi Shipbuilding Company Ltd,' linking it to the esteemed Imperial Japanese Navy's shipyards. It's presumed to have been awarded to distinguished shipbuilding personnel in Manchuria's Hitachi branch.

Crafted from pure silver, this medal is not just a collector's piece but a slice of history. Dimensions are approximately 41.7mm in width, 28.9mm in height, and it weighs 18g.

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